Critical Care Nursing
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critical care nurse is caring for a patient with rapidly
worsening septic shock. The nurse immediately communicates
abnormal findings to the interdisciplinary team and
collaborates to initiate evidence-based interventions. Which
characteristic of critical care nursing is best demonstrated?
A. Emphasis on task completion
B. Reliance on independent medical management
C. Integration of holistic and collaborative care
D. Focus on long-term rehabilitation only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Critical care nursing emphasizes holistic, collaborative, and
patient-centered care for critically ill patients. Rapid
communication and interdisciplinary coordination are essential
components of critical care practice. Task-oriented care alone is
insufficient in complex ICU environments. Independent medical
management exceeds nursing scope, and rehabilitation is not
the immediate priority during acute instability.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1: Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse manager discusses specialty certification with newly
, hired ICU nurses. Which statement by the manager best
reflects the value of certification to patients and families?
A. Certification guarantees reduced hospital costs
B. Certification demonstrates validated specialty knowledge
and competence
C. Certification replaces institutional orientation requirements
D. Certification eliminates the need for continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Specialty certification validates advanced knowledge and
competence in critical care nursing, promoting patient and
family confidence in care delivery. Certification does not
guarantee lower costs, replace orientation, or eliminate
continuing education requirements.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1: Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 3
An ICU nurse reviews a research article before implementing a
new pressure injury prevention protocol. Which principle of
evidence-based practice (EBP) is the nurse applying?
A. Using interventions based solely on tradition
B. Applying clinical decisions supported by current evidence
C. Deferring all practice decisions to physicians
D. Prioritizing institutional routines over patient outcomes
A Holistic Approach
12th Edition
Author(s)Patricia Gonce Morton; Paul
Thurman
TEST BANK
1. Foundations of Critical Care
2. Special Populations
3. Special Situations
4. Cardiovascular System
,5. Respiratory System
6. Renal System
7. Nervous System
8. Gastrointestinal System
9. Endocrine System
• Key Disorders:
10. Hematologic & Immune
11. Integumentary System
12. Multisystem & Emergencies
CORE PRIORITIES (ALWAYS REMEMBER)
• ABCs: Airway, Breathing, Circulation
• Early recognition + rapid intervention
• Holistic care: patient + family
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Patient safety & ethical practice
,Question 1
A critical care nurse is caring for a patient with rapidly
worsening septic shock. The nurse immediately communicates
abnormal findings to the interdisciplinary team and
collaborates to initiate evidence-based interventions. Which
characteristic of critical care nursing is best demonstrated?
A. Emphasis on task completion
B. Reliance on independent medical management
C. Integration of holistic and collaborative care
D. Focus on long-term rehabilitation only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Critical care nursing emphasizes holistic, collaborative, and
patient-centered care for critically ill patients. Rapid
communication and interdisciplinary coordination are essential
components of critical care practice. Task-oriented care alone is
insufficient in complex ICU environments. Independent medical
management exceeds nursing scope, and rehabilitation is not
the immediate priority during acute instability.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1: Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 2
A nurse manager discusses specialty certification with newly
, hired ICU nurses. Which statement by the manager best
reflects the value of certification to patients and families?
A. Certification guarantees reduced hospital costs
B. Certification demonstrates validated specialty knowledge
and competence
C. Certification replaces institutional orientation requirements
D. Certification eliminates the need for continuing education
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Specialty certification validates advanced knowledge and
competence in critical care nursing, promoting patient and
family confidence in care delivery. Certification does not
guarantee lower costs, replace orientation, or eliminate
continuing education requirements.
Source: Critical Care Nursing: A Holistic Approach, 12th Edition
– Chapter 1: Critical Care Nursing Practice
Question 3
An ICU nurse reviews a research article before implementing a
new pressure injury prevention protocol. Which principle of
evidence-based practice (EBP) is the nurse applying?
A. Using interventions based solely on tradition
B. Applying clinical decisions supported by current evidence
C. Deferring all practice decisions to physicians
D. Prioritizing institutional routines over patient outcomes
